Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver - Paid Training Provided PITTSBORO, NC

Abound Health; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 17,502 - 24,927; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid onboarding & training

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Pittsboro, NC, to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With flexible schedules, paid training, and a starting pay of $15.40/hour plus a signing bonus of $1,000, this role aims to encourage independence and help clients live fulfilling lives. Candidates do not need prior experience, as training is provided, making this an excellent opportunity for compassionate individuals looking to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to address personal care needs.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in achieving personal goals.
• Assist with daily living activities like meal preparation.
• Encourage independence and help develop new skills.
• Communicate with team members and families as needed.

Skills

Compassionate caregiving

Communication skills

Ability to assist with daily living activities

Adaptability with tools

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver - Paid Training Provided PITTSBORO, NC

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). As a DSP, you will assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), community participation, and behavioral support while helping clients live independently. If you are compassionate, reliable, and looking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference, we would love to meet you!

Abound Health is a mission-driven company that has been operating in the I/DD space for over 20 years.

What You’ll Do

• Build positive relationships and support individuals in achieving personal goals
• Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, hygiene, and household tasks
• Support individuals in community participation, employment, and social activities
• Use adaptive tools to aid learning and facilitate communication
• Encourage independence and help individuals develop new skills
• Monitor health and safety while maintaining a supportive environment
• Communicate with Abound team members, families, and external parties (case managers, etc.) as needed
• Complete documentation and maintain schedules
• Complete ongoing training and professional development
• Flexible schedules (full-time and part-time opportunities)
• Weekly pay
• Bonus opportunities (e.g., referral bonus)
• Paid onboarding & training
• Opportunities for advancement & career growth
• Invitations to company events & opportunities to socialize with peer DSPs
• Medical, dental, life insurance and 401(k) eligibility based on hours worked

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid driver’s license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
• Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary
• Lifting may be required, depending on client needs

Experience working with individuals with disabilities is not required – we provide paid training and support.

Pay & Signing Bonus

Starting Pay: $15.40/hour

$1,000 signing bonus paid in 3 installments when averaging 20+ hours/week

Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. Abound Health evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.